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Singapore Management University
(SMU)
About
Singapore Management University (SMU) is a publicly-funded private university in Singapore. Founded in 2000, SMU is the third oldest autonomous university in the country, modelling its education after the Wharton School. The university is triple accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. In 2024, SMU was ranked 44th in the world for Business and Management Studies, while also placing in the top 100 for...
Singapore Management University (SMU) is a publicly-funded private university in Singapore. Founded in 2000, SMU is the third oldest autonomous university in the country, modelling its education after the Wharton School. The university is triple accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. In 2024, SMU was ranked 44th in the world for Business and Management Studies, while also placing in the top 100 for Economics and Finance by QS.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 511 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 21 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 9,697
- Staff
- 1,697
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Management Studies | 39 | 77.1 | 2026 |
| Accounting & Finance | 50 | 74.6 | 2026 |
| Marketing | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =52 | 76.1 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | =56 | 74.0 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | =86 | 73.7 | 2026 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =124 | 65.1 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Politics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 401-450 | - | 2022 |
| Mathematics | 501-600 | - | 2025 |
ARWU
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance | 49 | 128.0 | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Management | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Business Administration | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Public Administration | 151-200 | - | 2024 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Psychology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
US News
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics & Econometrics | =90 | 49.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =107 | 49.1 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =638 | 49.1 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Singapore Management University?
Singapore Management University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =511, US News Rank =616.
When was Singapore Management University founded?
Singapore Management University was founded in 2000.
What are the top subjects at Singapore Management University?
Top subjects at Singapore Management University include: Business & Management Studies, Finance, Accounting & Finance, Computer Science, Management.
Where is Singapore Management University located?
Singapore Management University is located in Singapore, Singapore.